Map & location
Overview
M19 3JP falls within Levenshulme, one of south Manchester's most characterful neighbourhoods, situated roughly three miles south of the city centre along the A6 Stockport Road corridor. The area is home to a mix of Victorian terraced housing, 1930s semis and purpose-built flats, reflecting waves of development that have shaped its diverse, tight-knit community. Levenshulme's residents benefit from a strong local identity, underpinned by community-run projects, independent businesses and a thriving Saturday market on Stockport Road.
The postcode neighbours Burnage to the south and Longsight to the north, with Levenshulme train station bringing swift access to Manchester Piccadilly and Stockport. Green space is provided by the nearby Crowcroft Park and the quieter Vale Road recreation ground, making the area popular with families and young professionals seeking affordable south Manchester living.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £230,000, around 13% below the wider M19 district average of £264,500 (HM Land Registry, 460 recent sales).
Getting here
M19 3JP is well served by public transport. The A6 Stockport Road runs close by, carrying frequent Stagecoach and First Manchester bus services northbound into Manchester city centre and southbound towards Stockport. Cycling infrastructure has improved in recent years, with quieter residential streets and a mapped cycling route towards Fallowfield and Didsbury. By car, the postcode is approximately 10 minutes from the M60 motorway ring road via the A34 or A6, giving easy access to the wider Greater Manchester road network. Manchester Airport is roughly 7 miles to the south.
What it's famous for
Levenshulme is celebrated for its Levenshulme Market, a beloved independent street market held on Stockport Road each Saturday that has become a destination in its own right, drawing visitors from across south Manchester for artisan food, vintage goods and crafts. The area has a strong multicultural character, with a wide range of South Asian, Middle Eastern and African-Caribbean restaurants and shops lining Stockport Road, earning it a reputation as one of Manchester's most diverse eating destinations. The neighbourhood has also developed a growing arts and creative scene, supported by community spaces and studios that have attracted independent makers and social enterprises.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and waste services
Parcels and letters delivered via Levenshulme sorting
Water and wastewater services for the Manchester area
Neighbourhood policing team covering the Levenshulme ward
Tourist attractions
Attractive Victorian park with bowling green and floral gardens
~0.5 kmPopular independent Saturday market on Stockport Road
~0.4 kmOpen grass space used for football and community events
~0.6 kmIndoor antiques and vintage emporium on Stockport Road
~0.5 kmLarger green space and nature reserve a short cycle away
~2.5 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
M193BX · 0161 2254033
~700 mM193BX · 0161 8612327
~700 mM193BX · 0161 8612327
~700 mPharmacies
M193DB · 0161 2242481
~750 mM193BS · 01612 242293
~900 mM193BS · 01612 242293
~900 mDentists
M193DL
~850 mM192TG
~950 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Cedar Mount Academy, is ~450 m away.
Academy sponsor led
~450 mAcademy special converter
~450 mAcademy special sponsor led
~550 mAcademy sponsor led
~600 mCommunity school
~650 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Stretch of independent retail, food and services on the A6
South Asian and Middle Eastern eateries clustered along the A6
Small creative businesses and studio spaces in the neighbourhood
Regular independent food, craft and vintage stall holders
Gyms & leisure
Victorian park with gardens, bowling green and children's play area
~0.5 kmHistoric leisure facility serving south Manchester residents
~1.8 kmCommunity open space for informal sport and recreation
~0.6 kmSaturday market with food, craft and live entertainment
~0.4 kmSelection of traditional and craft-beer pubs along the A6
~0.3 kmService providers
Full-fibre and cable broadband available in most streets
Standard mains gas and electricity supply
Weekly and fortnightly kerbside recycling and waste collections
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; two-up two-down and bay-fronted terraces
Inter-war semi-detached houses on quieter residential streets
Smaller modern flatted developments scattered across the ward
Mix of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Transport
Train & Tube
Edge Lane (Manchester Metrolink)
Droylsden
Cemetery Road (Manchester Metrolink)
Droylsden
Clayton Hall (Manchester Metrolink)
Clayton
Velopark (Manchester Metrolink)
Sportcity
Bus stops
Stockport Road / A6 Stops
Frequent buses northbound to Manchester city centre and southbound to Stockport
Slade Lane / Albert Road
Local bus services connecting to Longsight, Fallowfield and Withington
Cycle hire
Levenshulme Cycling Route
Quiet-street cycle route linking Levenshulme to Fallowfield and Didsbury
Bee Network Cycling Infrastructure
Part of Greater Manchester's expanding Bee Network active travel routes
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Stockport Road On-Street EV Charging
Manchester City Council EV charge points near the A6 corridor
Defibrillators
Levenshulme Library Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED at the local library building
Postboxes & Post Office
Levenshulme Post Office
Full post office services on Stockport Road
Fuel stations
Local Fuel Station — Stockport Road
Petrol and diesel forecourt on the A6 serving local motorists
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the local community
~0.5 kmMosque and Islamic centre serving the local Muslim community
~0.4 kmBaptist congregation with community outreach programmes
~0.6 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 99% below the national average (0.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 2 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 2,459.
Housing & utilities
Approximately a third of homes are privately rented, above the national average
Victorian terraces make up the largest share of housing stock
Prices generally below the Manchester average, attracting first-time buyers
Air quality & noise
Victorian park and open recreation ground within easy walking distance
Some elevated roadside pollution along Stockport Road; quieter residential streets nearby
Most of the postcode area is at low flood risk according to Environment Agency data
FAQs
Where exactly is M19 3JP?
M19 3JP is located in Levenshulme, a residential neighbourhood in south Manchester, approximately 3 miles south of Manchester city centre along the A6 Stockport Road corridor.
Which council covers M19 3JP?
M19 3JP falls within Manchester City Council, part of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority area.
Which parliamentary constituency is M19 3JP in?
The postcode falls within the Gorton and Denton parliamentary constituency.
What is Levenshulme like to live in?
Levenshulme is a diverse, community-spirited neighbourhood with a strong independent business scene, a popular Saturday market, Victorian terraced housing, good transport links and a growing reputation as one of south Manchester's most vibrant places to live.
Are there schools near M19 3JP?
Several schools serve the Levenshulme area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to Manchester city centre from M19 3JP?
The A6 Stockport Road carries very frequent bus services — including the 192 — from Levenshulme into Manchester city centre, and the area also benefits from rail connectivity to Manchester Piccadilly.
What green spaces are near M19 3JP?
Crowcroft Park, a well-maintained Victorian park with a bowling green and gardens, is around 0.5 km away. Vale Road Recreation Ground also provides open space for sport and leisure.
Is M19 3JP in a deprived area?
Levenshulme falls within the more deprived parts of Manchester according to the Index of Multiple Deprivation, though recent years have seen investment and community-led regeneration improving local amenities and opportunities.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for M19 3JP: